La Crosse, WI vs New Berlin, WI

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. La Crosse is 25.8% cheaper than New Berlin. With a cost index of 77 vs 104, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from La Crosse to New Berlin should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in La Crosse is $977/month compared to $1,409/month in New Berlin — a 31% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: La Crosse is more affordable at $196,600 median vs $343,500.

Median household income in La Crosse is $53,803 compared to $97,414 in New Berlin (-44.8%). While New Berlin is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of La Crosse spend roughly 21.8% of their income on rent, more than the 17.4% in New Berlin.